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Indications for surgical management include

Neurological deficit.
 Interfacetal dislocation.
 Spinal instability.
 Intractable pain.

Type II odontoid fractures have a high rate of union.

True
 False

Type III odontoid fractures have a high rate of union.

True
 False

Hangman's fractures usually respond to halo vest immobilization for 12 weeks and don't require surgery.

True
 False

The early period of resuscitation is critical to prevent further injury and to let the spinal cord recover as much as possible.

True
 False

Your score is out of 5.

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